Governance Coordinator
Employment
Part time, Permanent
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
K12
Closing date
23 November 2026
Posted 6 Nov 2026
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Year range
Prep-12
School staff (FTE)
196.2
126.3 teaching · 69.9 non-teaching
Students per teacher
7.4:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
935
Language other than English
45%
Girls vs boys
935 girls · boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Lauriston Girls’ School is seeking a highly organised and experienced Governance Coordinator to provide trusted administrative and secretariat support to the School Council, Foundation Board and their Committees.
This is an opportunity to play an important role in supporting effective governance within a leading independent school. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer in their capacity as Company Secretary, you will coordinate governance activities, prepare high-quality meeting documentation and help ensure actions, records and regulatory requirements are managed accurately and on time.
About Lauriston
Established in 1901, Lauriston Girls’ School has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, educational innovation, and a deep commitment to empowering young women. From our renowned Howqua Year 9 campus program to our Reggio Emilia–inspired Early Learning Centre, Lauriston is a vibrant and progressive learning community. Our values – Engagement in Life, Intellectual Curiosity, Courage, Creativity and Relationships – shape who we are and all we do.
About the role
- Part-time (0.5FTE), 12 month position
- Commencing January 2027
The Governance Coordinator supports the smooth and effective operation of the School Council, Foundation Board and their Committees. You will coordinate meeting schedules and arrangements, prepare and distribute agendas and papers, produce accurate minutes and resolutions, maintain action registers and administer the School’s Board portal.
You will also maintain governance records and registers, coordinate document review cycles, support me…